They were married in the Marble Chapel at Emmaus Bible College here in Dubuque. This is the first wedding Randy and I shot here. It is such a beautiful space!
When Randy and I arrived Jenny was ready to see the love of her life and Troy couldn't wait to see his beautiful bride. They had decided to do a first look and see each other for the first time in a private moment before the craziness of the day started. Some say it is bad luck to see the bride before the ceremony, but I don't think these two need luck. The look on Jenny's face says it all "love".
For the tux they went with the classic black and with the bright flowers it made for a great close up!
This was a small, but very fun bridal party. I think I liked the boys the best! I mean how can you go wrong with those faces!
There was a beautiful piano at the chapel. The music teacher in me couldn't help but set up a classic shot like this. I just love the look on Troy's face.
After the ceremony the boys did their job well and made sure that everyone had bubbles to blow as Jenny and Troy left the chapel. This photo just embodies the day...Happiness.
Jenny had such a beautiful dress and colorful flowers. I couldn't help but pop those flowers out in this picture.
Troy is totally a man's man and that didn't stop at their getaway vehicle. He had a friend bring this classic Chevy to the chapel and they took it for a ride around town.
Before they left for the reception we wandered the grounds of Emmaus with the happy couple for some sweet romantic shots. I have to say that this one is on my all-time top 5 favorite shots list, they just look so steamy. ;)
It was clear that Jenny and Troy spent a lot of time with their nephews and love them very much. I like to call this one Men in Black!
The details on Jenny's dress just couldn't be ignored. It was just so intricate and delicate.
After their ride down to the Stone Cliff Winery. They parked the car on the amplitheater and we did some fun shots.
The thing that really stood out to me throughout the day was how fully and completely in love these two are. It just poured out in every glance, quiet moment, laugh and every other aspect I can think of.
It wasn't hard to get Jenny to pose for the camera :) All we had to say was Vouge and she was ready. I love the timelessness of this shot.
Again, their love shines through.
After a few hours with no break in the action we caught Jenny taking a rest.
Jenny and Troy clearly liked wine (why else would you have your reception at a winery?). I couldn't resist a BW photo with color for the toast picture.
When Randy and I were going through their pictures after the wedding I literally laughed out lout at this one of the cake cutting! I like to call it "Don't You Dare!"
The first dance is always one of the most romantic moments in the day. I think this photo is a visual representation of the love Troy has for Jenny, it surrounds her.
With the moon rising over the river, I stepped outside for a breath of fresh air and I'm glad I did to catch this shot.
Jenny and Troy's day was filled with happiness and love. Randy and I are so grateful that they chose us to capture their big day. We had a lot of fun and in the end it felt like we were old friends with Jenny and Troy because they welcomed us into their lives. Thank you both for the wonderful day!
